Switzerland Archives | LACRUX climbing magazine

Alpinist falls into crevasses on the ascent to Tödi

On Sunday, May 09.05.2021th, 08.45, XNUMX a.m., a serious mountain accident occurred on the ascent to Tödi, Glarus Süd municipality.

Adam Ondra and Janja Garnbret win the World Cup in Meiringen

On April 16 and 17, 2021, the first World Cup of the season took place in Meiringen, Switzerland. The two winners of the first World Cup competition of the season dominated all rounds: Adam Ondra and Janja Garnbret.

17-year-old climber crashes on Pollux

On April 16, 2021 around 10:30 a.m., a fatal mountain accident occurred on Pollux (4089 m above sea level). A 17-year-old climber lost his life in the process.

This video makes you excited: Clem Lechaptois flashes Heritage

The French Clément Lechaptois managed a flash ascent of the 8b-Boulder Heritage in Sonlerto.

Professional snowboarder Julie Pomagalski died in an avalanche

The snowboarder Julie Pomagalski lost her life in an avalanche accident on Gemsstock in the canton of Uri. She was 40 years old.

Nils Favre climbs dream line Off the Wagon (8b +)

Nils Favre from western Switzerland successfully climbs the Ticino ultra-classic Off the Wagon (8b +). A long-term dream for the Swiss elite climber.

Ice climbing: What to consider when getting started & tips from professionals

Ice climbing is not without it. We show what you have to look out for when ice climbing and present tips from professionals.

Climbing hall culture Switzerland vs. Canada: which way is safer?

Switzerland versus Canada. Which security policy is the better? Christine Sievers dares to compare the climbing gyms.

MSL first ascent in Val Bavona: Alexandra Schweikart and Christopher Igel climb Space Force (8a +)

Alexandra Schweikart and Christopher Igel have set up the impressive multi-pitch route Space Force with difficulties up to 8a + in Val Bavona (Ticino). A 40 degree steep crack roof is the heart of the route. According to Chris and Alex, this is a dream pitch, 8a, most of which can be secured with cams. We asked Alex and Chris to tell us more about the first ascent and the story behind it.